Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA)
The Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle is a foundational framework in quality improvement, offering a systematic approach to refining processes and instigating change. Originating from the scientific method, the PDSA cycle provides an iterative methodology that promotes continuous improvement through rapid-cycle testing. By allowing organisations to make evidence-based changes in real-world settings, it seeks to enhance efficiency, productivity, and overall quality. Its adaptability makes it especially favoured in healthcare, where patient care and outcomes can be directly influenced by its implementation.
Name
Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA)
Description
An iterative, four-phase problem-solving model used for improving processes and implementing change in healthcare settings.
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Origin
Developed by Walter Shewhart in the 1920s and later expanded upon by W. Edwards Deming.